Question

why was the family surprised to see the grandfather awake

Answer 1

The family was shocked to see the grandfather alive as all of them wanted to share his belongings which they would not be able to do then.

also they were thinking that he was dead and seeing him again really shocked them

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Answer 2

Because they are started to believe that he is dead. Also the major reason for their surprise was both the sisters Amelia and Elizabeth were wanted to have his property and belongings and now they will not be able to do that. This was the reason of their surprise.

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